Tips for finding a carer

Four simple steps for approaching trusted people in your family and friend networks

1. www.facebook.com

If you’re on Facebook, share the fact that you’re looking for a nanny/home-based educator (include your ideal location, hours/days needed etc) and ask your Facebook network to share with their networks.

Private message any friends/family that might know of someone, especially families with young children.

Join local community, nanny and family/parenting groups on Facebook and post your job.

2. www.neighbourly.co.nz

Check out the Local Jobs section to look for nannies/home-based educators looking for work.

If you’re not having luck online, you can always create your own flyer to promote your job. Flyers are a great way to access your local community - give them to local playgroups, kindys, playcentres, music groups, libraries, schools, parenting & supermarket noticeboards.